Healthy Banana Brownies
on Nov 08, 2021, Updated May 29, 2024
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These Healthy Banana Brownies are a delicious and nutritious treat that everyone can enjoy! They’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and egg-free, making them perfect for those with dietary restrictions. You can also make them 🥜 nut-free by substituting the nut butter with seed butter. These brownies are a healthier alternative to traditional ones. Plus, they’re incredibly easy to make – a true 🥣 one-bowl dessert. Whether you’re looking for a guilt-free dessert or a wholesome snack, these brownies are sure to please. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or store them for later – they’re delicious either way!
Why You’ll Love Healthy Banana Brownies
You’ll love these Healthy Banana Brownies 🍌 for many reasons. They’re gluten-free, dairy-free, and 🥚 egg-free, with an option to be nut-free. Made with better quality ingredients, they’re a nutritious alternative to traditional brownies, allowing guilt-free indulgence. You can adjust the sweetness to your liking and add semi-sweet chocolate chips for extra kid-friendly sweetness. Despite being healthier, they don’t compromise on taste. The rich, moist, 🍫 chocolate-banana flavor is irresistible, making them perfect for any occasion and a favorite for health-conscious bakers and sweet lovers alike.
How to Prepare
🔥 Preheat oven to 350F (175C) and line a square pan or loaf pan with parchment paper.
🍌 Mash bananas in a bowl and then add all remaining ingredients.
🥣 Mix well and then pour into the prepared pan.
♨️ Bake for 20-25 minutes (mine took 25 minutes).
🧊 Let cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and enjoying.
Nonna’s Tip 🍫
Add a handful of chocolate chips or nuts to the batter for extra flavor and texture. You can also sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on top before baking to make sweeter brownies.
Variations and Substitutions for Healthy Banana Brownies
Always remember that if you are changing or adding ingredients you may have to experiment and adjust the quantities or baking times.
- Add chopped nuts such as walnuts, almonds, or pecans for a crunchy texture.
- Add some cinnamon or a pinch of cayenne pepper for a bolder 🔥 flavor.
- Make these cheesecake brownies by swirling in some cream cheese mixed with a bit of sugar and vanilla extract.
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Best Served With
- Some vanilla, chocolate, or even a 🍓 fruit-flavored ice cream
- A dollop of whipped cream
- Some fresh fruit such as strawberries, raspberries, or 🫐 blueberries
- A glass of milk
Common Questions
I use Redmond Real Salt, please note that depending on the salt you use, your dish may be less or more salty. Salt is to taste so please always taste and adjust as you cook.
Yes, you can use frozen bananas. Just make sure to thaw and drain any excess liquid before mashing them.
If you don’t like bananas, I suggest trying my Black Bean Brownie recipe instead!
Insert a toothpick into the center of the brownies and then if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, they are done. If it comes out with wet batter, they need more time.
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Absolutely! You can add chocolate chips, nuts, dried fruit, or spices like cinnamon to the batter for extra flavor and texture.
You can grease the pan with butter or cooking spray, but parchment paper helps to prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier.
While 1 cup of flour weighs 160g in my kitchen, it might weigh anywhere from 120 to 180g in your kitchen and there’s a few reasons for that. The weight of ingredients may vary due to the brand of ingredients, the brand and style (wet vs dry) of measuring cups and spoons, and the technique for measuring into cups: scooping and leveling versus spooning the ingredients into the cup measure. For best results, go by the weight listed in the recipe.
Healthy Banana Brownies
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 small bananas, ripe
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cacao
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- pinch salt
- ¼ cup almond butter
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
Instructions
- Line and spray a brownie pan or loaf pan with parchment paper and pre-heat oven to 350 F (180C).
- Mash your bananas and add everything in your bowl.
- Mix it all up and pour into your baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes depending on your oven.
- Mine took 25 minutes exactly. Let them cool for 5-10 minutes and enjoy
My Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Hi tried your brownie recipe a few times and it turns out great SO thank you for sharing this lovely recipe. . I found though mine needed more than 25 minutes on 350 to bake. Karen in Toronto
Hi Karen!!! omg that’s wonderful. Thank you for the feedback ❤️
These brownies are a total win! Moist, delicious and a healthier option…Definitely a new favorite recipe of mine!